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The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

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The Mia Mia Newstead - view from the front
The Mia Mia Newstead - view from the front
Newly renovated kitchen with microwave and dishwasher.
Newly renovated kitchen leading out to a large outdoor dining and living space.
View of the outdoor dining table from the kitchen.

Overview of The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

Newstead, VIC
  • Popular LocationOld Castlemaine Gaol12 min drive
  • Popular LocationHepburn Bathhouse & Spa28 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Daylesford32 min drive
  • AirportBendigo, VIC (BXG)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

En Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town

Comfortably sleeping four people, The Mia Mia has a separate kitchen area which has a fridge, kettle, chopping board, cups, plates, glasses, wine glasses, and utensils. We provide basic cooking ingredients including salt, pepper, oil and sauce, and complimentary coffee, tea, and long life milk.

COVID: we take the safety of our guests seriously and have introduced enhanced cleaning measures so you can feel assured during your stay.

The Mia Mia will sleep 4 people in two bedrooms comprised of:

1 x Queen Bed with dressing room and en suite
1 x Queen Bed with wardrobe

Both beds are dressed with high quality linen and doonas and have wall heaters and pedestal fans.

The lounge room has two comfortable couches, board games, Singstar Playstation and TV, Netflix and Foxtel. The split system and a wood fire is perfect for those crisp winter nights.

The en suite bathroom has a shower and toilet. The second bathroom has a shower over a bath and a separate toilet. We provide lovely soft high quality towels, and hand wash.

The Mia Mia provides free laundry facilities with fully equipped laundry.

Enjoy a glass of wine or beer in front of the fire, on the verandah or up the hill near the shepherds hut.

The cottage is only 2 minutes drive or 15 minute walk from the town centre. We welcome guests to leave seed out for the multitude of native birds.

The Mia Mia is the perfect place to recharge the batteries amongst the stunning rural farm views, the rustling sound of gum trees after a day of exploring the treasures of the area including Castlemaine, Maldon, Vaughan Springs, Maryborough and Daylesford.

Property manager

Bronwyn Laughlin

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fenced in backyard; deck without railing.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Guests to bring bedding & not allowed on furniture

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newstead

Located in Newstead, this holiday home is in a rural area. Maldon Museum and Archives Association and Old Castlemaine Gaol are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Mill Castlemaine and Wesley Hill Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Main Street and Buda Historic Home & Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 12 min drive
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 13 min drive
  • Main Street - 15 min drive
  • Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa - 28 min drive
  • Lake Daylesford - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 12 min drive
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dig Cafe & Wine Bar - 18 min walk
  • Crown Hotel - 18 min walk
  • Kt's - 13 min drive
  • Busk - 17 min walk
  • Curracloe Farm - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mia Mia Newstead - Pet Friendly Country Retreat close to town located?

This family-friendly Newstead holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Welshmans Reef Bushland Reserve and Muckleford South Bushland Reserve. Cairn Curran Reservoir and Muckleford Nature Conservation Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

3.0/5

Amenities

3.0/5

Property conditions & facilities

5/5

Eco-friendliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

suzette m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Lovely and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The tranquility was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Graham A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and quiet with plenty of space to relax
We simply loved the place with clean surroundings, lots of though in the layout and the use of the property. Bronwyn was very accommodating in our needs and assisted in every way. Our dog loved the new surrounding and plenty of places to sniff and explore. Lots of space for storage including in the kitchen area which can be critical when bringing your food. The deck outside is shaded and a great place to relax with a drink as the sun goes down. Overall a very enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Newstead Farm House
Great property, nice comfortable clean house, good town, great weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

1/5 Terrible

Angelo

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Untidy, un-kept gardens, run down home, overall very poor interior conditions, even the access to property had a 'couldnt care' attitude...extremely disappointing weekend away that we really were looking forward to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bronwyn Laughlin

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Hi, we are Bronwyn and Kieran

We have always wanted a country escape from Melbourne and it has finally become a reality. Kieran is a fanatical North Melbourne fan. I love animals and crave escaping Melbourne! We met in London at work and have travelled a lot around Europe and now many road trips within Australia with our two dogs.

We enjoy day trips exploring new areas, reading, continuing the UNO Championship we do every holiday, and lots of walks along the beach or bush.

Being new to HomeAway we welcome your honest feedback and suggestions on how we could improve The Mia Mia. We hope you find your stay a peaceful relaxing place to reconnect with nature and recharge your batteries, and hope you love it as much as we do.

If you have any questions or would like to know anything else we'd love to year from you.

Why they chose this property

I grew up in Tassie and since moving to Melbourne after university I craved a country escape and got a fixation with Castlemaine.

Twenty years later my dream came true. I love The Mia Mia. It is surrounded by 17 acres yet benefits from town water and electricity and is walking distance from the town. Newstead is a lovely friendly community packed with history. It has everything you need - a supermarket, cafe, butcher and newsagent.

Beyond Newstead, there are plenty of towns and local markets to explore - something we do often.

What makes this property unique

I love being up on the hill, watching the sunset over the paddocks in summer, and star gazing around the fire pit in winter. There are plenty of spots inside and outside to relax with a good book.

Languages:

English
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